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LITHIUM POWERS
GREENER FUTURE
Shaping the future with lithium.
NEWS
- Updates -
May 9, 2025
[Press Release] QST Invests in LiSTie Inc. to Advance Domestic Lithium Recovery Innovation
Apr 2, 2025
Featured in the seeds collection of the National Institutes for Quantum and Radiological Science and Technology (QST)
We gather lithium
from around the world
—for the future.
Lithium is a vital resource that powers modern life—driving electric vehicles, smartphones, and energy storage.
As demand rapidly increases, global supply may fall short by 2040, putting essential infrastructure at risk.
To safeguard both our current lives and future generations,
we strive to build a sustainable future through efficient lithium extraction and stable supply.
Vision
The future We Aim For
Solving energy issues through lithium circulation.
We are developing innovative technologies that enable the circular use of lithium—an essential resource for electric vehicles and next-generation power generation—ensuring nothing goes to waste.
From Japan to the world,
through this sustainable lithium supply technology, we aim to create a society that is gentle on both the planet and its people.
Mission
Our Role to Play
Collecting the world’s scattered lithium.
With our groundbreaking technology, we enable low-impact lithium extraction — even from previously untapped sources rich in impurities that have been difficult to process using conventional methods.
By maximizing the utility of limited resources, we aim to strengthen the world’s energy infrastructure and help address global-scale challenges.
Value
Guiding Principles
Build Tech for Tomorrow
Fall 100 Times, Rise101
Empower Diverse Perspectives
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We nurture technology for a brighter future,
and continue to create innovations that will shape the lives of future generations.
We welcome challenges with courage, learn through every failure,
and rise again, stronger than before.
Together, we walk forward—
respecting individuality, embracing diversity, and growing as one team.
What's Listie?
- Who We Are and What We Do -
NEWS
- Updates -
LiSTie Presented at Science Bar, Featured on Kashiwa-no-ha Smart City Facebook
Featured in Chiba Kenmin Dayori
LiSTie to Present at the 62nd NEDO Pitch – Materials Edition on December 17
LiSTie Wins JST President’s Award at 2025 "STI for SDGs" Ceremony
LiSTie to Exhibit at FUSION POWER WORLD <Osaka>
LiSTie to Exhibit at Deeptech Career Fair 2025 on Saturday, November 15
LiSTie Presented at GTIE SALON Vol.1 – Exploring Innovations in New Materials
LiSTie selected for the JST President’s Award in the 2025 “STI for SDGs”
LiSTie Presented at Chiba Prefecture’s FY2025 Startup Support Hub Kickoff Event
LiSTie to Present at the 5th Sustainable Material Expo (SUSMA)
LiSTie to Exhibit at FUSION POWER WORLD 2025
Selected for NEDO's Deep-Tech Startups Support Program (DTSU)
Featured on the Newswitch
Selected for Chiba Prefecture’s “Innovative Venture Growth Support Program” for FY2025
Featured on the Nikkan Kogyo Shimbun
Featured on the Chemical Daily
Our lithium recovery technology was featured in The Denki Shimbun
"Excellence Award Winner at E&E Pitch: Space × Environmental Energy Startup Event"
Our technology was featured in an official interview by Mitsui Link Lab
We are honored to receive the Venture and Small Business Award at the 24th GSC Award
Our CEO, Mr. Hoshino, recently participated as a speaker at an event hosted by Sumitomo Corporation.
[Press Release] QST Invests in LiSTie Inc. to Support Lithium Extraction Innovation
LiSTie Featured in QST’s Technology Seeds Collection
Featured on Daily Tohoku Digital
LiSTie CEO Hoshino Took the Stage at the J-TECH STARTUP SUMMIT
Selected as a Certified Company for "J-TECH STARTUP 2024"
Our CEO Hoshino Presented at the ILS Startup Pitch Event
Inside a Startup Internship: Voices from Our Interns
Coverage of LiSTie’s Lab Opening Ceremony Featured in The Denki Shimbun
Opening Ceremony for New Lab Held in Kashiwanoha
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Technology
- Our Technology -
LiSMIC UNIT
To enable the extraction of lithium from all types of lithium resources using LiSMIC technology, LiSTie is developing a container-sized extraction device.
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What is LiSMIC?
LiSMIC is a proprietary lithium extraction technology, known as the Li Separation Method by Ionic Conductor. Developed at Japan’s National Institutes for Quantum Science and Technology (QST), its engineered ionic conductor membrane allows only lithium ions to pass, enabling ultra-high-purity extraction even from impurity-rich sources like salt lakes.
He earned a Ph.D. in Engineering from Keio University. In 2008, he received the Best Paper Award at the MicroOptics Conference, an international academic event. He later founded the Kyoto University-based materials venture, TM Factory Inc., where he successfully established a factory before stepping down. In 2017, he was awarded the Minister of Economy, Trade, and Industry Award at the University Venture Award. He has served as the CEO, COO, and CSO of a total of seven ventures, successfully raising approximately 2 billion yen in funds.
Director
Masahiro Yamaji
After joining Toyota Tsusho Corporation, he was seconded to Toyota Motor Corporation, where he launched new businesses in functional materials and invested in material ventures. In 2012, he joined the Innovation Network Corporation of Japan (INCJ), where he established the Materials & Chemicals team and later joined UMI in 2016. Since April 2023, he has served as the Program Director for the Strategic Innovation Promotion Program (SIP) Phase 3 under CSTI. In April 2025, he will become a Visiting Professor at Nagoya University. He holds a Ph.D. in Engineering from Waseda University and Tokyo University of Foreign Studies.
Outside Director
Shosuke Kiba
With 28 years at SQM, he held the position of Vice President of Sales for the Lithium, Iodine, and Industrial Chemicals Division. He contributed to over $900 million in sales and led global commercial strategies. Currently, he has founded iLiMARKTS, where he leads the lithium market and maintains a strong network with major manufacturers in South America.
Advisor
Daniel Jimenez
"Challenge". Shape the Future.
At LiSTie, we strive to shape a world where lithium powers everyday life.We boldly confront the challenge of balancing environmental sustainability with industrial progress for the sake of future generations. Electric vehicles and smartphones are essential to modern life. As global demand for lithium surges, supply risks and environmental impacts are becoming increasingly critical.
To ensure a brighter future for the next generation, we’re applying our groundbreaking ultra-high-purity lithium extraction technology—LiSMIC—globally.
We also aim to harness this innovation in the pursuit of fusion energy, and contribute to national-level initiatives.
By combining science, passion, and human connection, LiSTie continues to unlock new possibilities for the future of both resources and people.
Sincerely,
TOP MESSAGE
- A message from our founder and president -
Representative Director
Tsuyoshi HOSHINO
Dr. Hoshino holds a Ph.D. in Engineering from the University of Tokyo.As the inventor of LiSMIC, he led lithium development for fusion reactor fuel at QST.He directed multiple government-funded projects, including the Cabinet Office’s Advanced R&D Program and JST’s START Program.In 2015, the Minister of Education recognized his contributions to science and technology.
LiSTie Inc. was founded in July 2023 as a deep tech startup to bring LiSMIC into real-world use.
KEY MEMBERS
– Experts Driving Change –
Technology
- Our Technology -
LiSMIC UNIT
To realize the extraction of lithium from all types of lithium resources using LiSMIC technology, LiSTie is developing a container-sized extraction device.
What is LiSMIC?
LiSMIC is a proprietary lithium extraction technology, known as the Li Separation Method by Ionic Conductor. Developed at National Institutes for Quantum Science and Technology (QST), its engineered ionic conductor membrane allows only lithium ions to pass, enabling ultra-high-purity extraction even from impurity-rich sources like salt lakes.
OUR INVESTORS
- Partners in Innovation -
Access /
Kashiwanoha-Lab.
How to get to Kashiwanoha Lab from Kashiwanoha Campus Station
Directions to the Lab via Bus
Exit Kashiwanoha-campus Station (Tsukuba Express) and head left toward the front.
The bus stop "Kashiwanoha-campus Station West Exit (Bus Stop 1)" is next to McDonald's.
Board the bus (approx. 3-4 minutes, get off at the 3rd stop).
※ Multiple buses depart from the same stop, so please check the destination on a map or navigation app.
Get off at “Mitsui Garden Hotel Kashiwanoha Parkside-mae (Customs Training Institute)”.
After exiting the bus, cross the pedestrian crossing and walk straight on the small side road to your left.
The building will be in front of you after a 5-minute walk.
The lab is on the 4th floor.
E-mail: info@listie.co.jp
Phone: 04-7157-3470
Aomori Head Office: 039-3212 1302-8, Obuchi, Nozuki, Rokkasho Village, Kamikita District, Aomori Prefecture
Kashiwanoha Lab: 277-0882 6-6-2 Kashiwanoha, Kashiwa City, Chiba Prefecture, Mitsui Link Lab Kashiwanoha 1, Room 411
© 2025 LiSTie - Lithium will charge the future.